OKLAHOMA CITY -- Lawsuit reform in Okalahoma is closer to becoming a reality thanks to the House’s vast support of a piece of legislation that would change the way claims are brought to the state’s courts.
Oklahoma House passes lawsuit reform bill with strong support
U.S. Chamber of Commerce: Cap and trade bill will lead to more public nuisance lawsuits
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- New climate legislation making its way through the House of Representatives would result in an increasing number of public nuisance lawsuits, this according to a recent letter to lawmakers from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
West Virginia lawmakers look to Georgia bill for legislative model
CHARLESTON, W.V. -- Last week, the Georgia Assembly passed a reform bill to curb public nuisance claims in the state. Now, members of the West Virginia Legislature will be looking closely at similar legislation to stop abuses in the Mountain State.
Georgia governor signs bill aimed at limiting public nuisance suits
ATLANTA -- Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue signed legislation this week aimed at curbing public nuisance lawsuit abuse in the state.
House Democrats open door for more climate litigation
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